This is the third and most successful blanket chest I've built. It's
red elm with a pine bottom. The raised panel sides are nice and the
lid is based on typical medieval chests intended to be pushed up
against a wall. With the offset hinges, that's possible. I made two -
one for a sister as a wedding present. The finish is linseed oil
covered with shellac. I even used hide glue for all the joints.